Tillandsia abdita - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
abdita
ID:
574290
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.B.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 8: 10 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000573622
Common Names
- Tillandsia Abdita
- Hidden Tillandsia
- Hidden-Flowered Tillandsia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tillandsia abdita (also called Abdita, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It grows in moist, shady areas, and has long, slender leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Tillandsia abdita is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tillandsia abdita has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are green and have small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tillandsia abdita is a perennial epiphyte native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Tillandsia abdita
Tillandsia abdita can be found in Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Tillandsia abdita FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tillandsia abdita?
Tillandsia abdita
What type of plant is Tillandsia abdita?
Herb
Where is Tillandsia abdita found?
Central and South America
Species in the Tillandsia genus
Tillandsia abbreviata, Tillandsia abdita, Tillandsia achyrostachys, Tillandsia acuminata, Tillandsia adamsii, Tillandsia adpressiflora, Tillandsia aequatorialis, Tillandsia aeranthos, Tillandsia afonsoana, Tillandsia aguascalientensis, Tillandsia aizoides, Tillandsia albertiana, Tillandsia albida, Tillandsia alfredo-lauii, Tillandsia alvareziae, Tillandsia andicola, Tillandsia andreana, Tillandsia andrieuxii, Tillandsia angulosa, Tillandsia antillana, Tillandsia araujei, Tillandsia archeri, Tillandsia arenicola, Tillandsia arequitae, Tillandsia argentea, Tillandsia argentina, Tillandsia arhiza, Tillandsia ariza-juliae, Tillandsia atenangoensis, Tillandsia atroviolacea, Tillandsia atroviridipetala, Tillandsia aurea, Tillandsia australis, Tillandsia bagua-grandensis, Tillandsia baileyi, Tillandsia bakiorum, Tillandsia balbisiana, Tillandsia baliophylla, Tillandsia balsasensis, Tillandsia bandensis, Tillandsia barbeyana, Tillandsia barclayana, Tillandsia barrosoae, Tillandsia barthlottii, Tillandsia bartramii, Tillandsia bella, Tillandsia belloensis, Tillandsia bergerii, Tillandsia bergiana, Tillandsia bermejoensis,
Species in the Bromeliaceae family
Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,
References
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253541-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].